1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (89 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 200 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat 124 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 124 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
